{"product_id":"shiitake-dried-mushrooms-80g","title":"Shiitake Dried Mushrooms 80g | Rich Umami Asian Pantry Staple","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDried shiitake mushrooms are a true treasure of the Asian pantry, prized for their deep, savoury umami flavour and satisfying, meaty texture. Once rehydrated, they transform soups, stir-fries, braises, noodle dishes and sauces with a richness that's hard to achieve with fresh mushrooms alone — the kind of ingredient that quietly makes a dish taste like it took hours of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThey're a brilliant addition to Chinese, Japanese, and Southeast Asian cooking alike, lending authentic depth to ramen, hotpots, fried rice and dumpling fillings. And don't discard the soaking liquid — it makes a wonderfully flavourful stock that can lift soups, broths and sauces even further. With a generous 80g pack on hand, you'll always be ready to add that signature umami depth whenever a recipe calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you'll love it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRich, savoury umami flavour and satisfying meaty texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVersatile across soups, stir-fries, braises, noodles and sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePerfect for Chinese, Japanese and Southeast Asian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSoaking liquid doubles as a flavourful stock — nothing goes to waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eConvenient 80g pack — a long-lasting pantry essential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest enjoyed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rehydrated and added to soups, hotpots, stir-fries, fried rice and dumpling fillings, with the soaking liquid saved to enrich stocks and sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home cooks who love Asian cuisine, fans of umami-rich dishes like ramen and hotpot, and anyone wanting to deepen the flavour of soups, braises and stir-fries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I prepare dried shiitake mushrooms?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Soak them in warm water until softened (usually 20–30 minutes, or longer for a fuller flavour), then trim the stems and use them in your dish — saving the soaking liquid as a flavourful stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What dishes can I use them in?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: They're wonderfully versatile — perfect for soups, hotpots, stir-fries, braises, fried rice, noodle dishes, and dumpling or spring roll fillings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why do recipes recommend keeping the soaking liquid?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: The soaking liquid absorbs the mushrooms' rich umami flavour, making it an excellent base for stocks, soups and sauces — so it's well worth saving rather than discarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How should I store dried shiitake mushrooms?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: Keep them in a cool, dry place in an airtight container or their original packaging until you're ready to rehydrate and use them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where can I buy dried shiitake mushrooms in South Africa?\u003c\/strong\u003e A: You can order them online from Fabasian, with fast nationwide delivery to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FAB ASIAN FOOD TEA \u0026 BEVERAGE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48120863228131,"sku":"DHS11","price":69.99,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/3405\/1043\/files\/Shitake_drie_mushrroms.webp?v=1770729781","url":"https:\/\/fabasian.co.za\/products\/shiitake-dried-mushrooms-80g","provider":"FAB ASIAN FOOD TEA \u0026 BEVERAGE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}